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Chokwe are an ethnic group of Central and Southern Africa, primarily in Angola, Congo and Zambia. They are regionally famous for their exceptional crafts work, particularly with baskets, pottery, mask carving, statues, stools and other handicrafts. The works of art include utilitarian objects, integrating Chokwe mythologies, oral…
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- Item Number: M-1000
- Provenance/Origin: Angola. Chokwe. Late 1970s
- Composition: Wood, rope, vegetal
- Dimensions: 11" tall x 5" wide (wood portion of the mask) x 5" deep
- Weight: 1.5 pounds
- Price: $ 235.00 USD
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This stunning mask is from the Chokwe people of the Congo with similar masks coming from Angola. Mwana Pwo masks are hand carved by a craftsman to represent an ancestral spirit of Pwo or the archetype of womanhood and fertility. Such efforts are significant given the…
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- Item Number: M-6451
- Provenance/Origin: Southern DRC/Congo, Near Kasai River. Circa 1970s.
- Composition: Wood, fabric, metal
- Dimensions: 9" (mask only) tall x 7" at widest x 8.5" deep
- Weight: 1.5 pounds
- Price: $ 290.00 USD
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An object d’art wooden bird mask, with a quality suitable for a museum exhibit. Superbly carved by Chokwe artisans to honor divine ancestors.
Acquired from a Pretoria South African Gallery whose owner has direct access to chiefs in the Congo. Based on my purchases and…
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- Item Number: M-2486
- Provenance/Origin: DNC, Congo. Circa 1975 - 1900s
- Composition: Wood, pigment, woven vegetal fibers
- Dimensions: 16" tall x 12" wide x 8" deep
- Weight: 4 pounds (mask alone)
- Price: $ 1,195.00 USD
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Detail: From the Chokwe people of Congo, Angola and Zambia. Represents the ancestral spirit of Pwo, the archetype of female beauty and womanhood . . . fertility. Woven locks with animal hide and shells for headband. Carved from wood. Stand not included. For the Serious Collector.
- Item Number: M-9505
- Provenance/Origin: Chokwe tribe, Congo. Circa mid-1900's
- Composition: Wood, animal hide, shells, woven materials
- Dimensions: 10" tall x 7" wide
- Weight: 1.25 pounds
- Price: $325.00 USD
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Jokwe, Chokwe or Tchokwe are governed by a king (Mwana Ngana). This tribe is vigorous and courageous hunters and agriculturists. Netting and shells that form the headdress are from the sea. Circa mid-1900’s. From my private collection. Pristine condition. For the Serious Collector.…
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- Item Number: M-3195
- Provenance/Origin: Congo. Circa mid-1900's
- Composition: Wood, netting, shells
- Dimensions: 13" tall x 9" wide x 4.25" deep
- Weight: 1.5 pounds
- Price: $245.00 USD
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From Congo/Angola/Zambia area where the Chokwe population resides. Chihongo is the male spirit of wealth and power. This older tribal art mask was used in ceremonial events. Ratan and feathers form the headgear and woven rope form the bib. Carved from native wood. Stand not included.
- Item Number: M-6909
- Provenance/Origin: Chokwe tribe, Congo. Circa mid-1900's
- Composition: Wood, rattan, feathers, rope, twine
- Dimensions: 18" long x 8" wide x 8" diameter beneath head gear
- Weight: 1.25 pounds
- Price: $175.00 USD
